DRI — Darden Restaurants, Inc.
Dividend Grades
vs Consumer Cyclical sector| Metric | DRI | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 2.91% | 2.48% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 37.50% | 10.79% |
| Payout Ratio | 61.9% | 36.2% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 23 | 14 |
| 1Y Total Return | +4.5% | 6.4% |
Grades compare this stock to Consumer Cyclical sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
7.01%
3-Year Growth
7.88%
5-Year Growth
37.50%
10-Year Growth
10.18%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
Apr 10, 2026
Next Payment
May 1, 2026
Last Ex-Date
Jan 9, 2026
Last Payment
Feb 2, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 10, 2026 | $1.5000 | 0.00% |
| Jan 9, 2026 | $1.5000 | 0.00% |
| Oct 10, 2025 | $1.5000 | 0.00% |
| Jul 10, 2025 | $1.5000 | +7.14% |
| Apr 10, 2025 | $1.4000 | 0.00% |
| Jan 10, 2025 | $1.4000 | 0.00% |
| Oct 10, 2024 | $1.4000 | 0.00% |
| Jul 10, 2024 | $1.4000 | +6.87% |
| Apr 9, 2024 | $1.3100 | 0.00% |
| Jan 9, 2024 | $1.3100 | 0.00% |
| Oct 6, 2023 | $1.3100 | 0.00% |
| Jul 7, 2023 | $1.3100 | +8.26% |
| Apr 6, 2023 | $1.2100 | 0.00% |
| Jan 9, 2023 | $1.2100 | 0.00% |
| Oct 6, 2022 | $1.2100 | 0.00% |
| Jul 7, 2022 | $1.2100 | +10.00% |
| Apr 7, 2022 | $1.1000 | 0.00% |
| Jan 7, 2022 | $1.1000 | 0.00% |
| Oct 7, 2021 | $1.1000 | 0.00% |
| Jul 8, 2021 | $1.1000 | +25.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
61.9%
ModerateFCF Payout Ratio
50.7%
SafeFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2026 | $2.21 | $162.90M |
| Q2 2026 | $2.05 | $494.80M |
| Q1 2025 | $1.75 | $121.70M |
| Q2 2025 | $1.83 | $212.80M |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Darden Restaurants, Inc. pay a dividend?
Yes, Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 2.91%.
What is DRI's dividend yield?
DRI's current dividend yield is 2.91%. The annual dividend is $5.90.
When is DRI's next ex-dividend date?
DRI's next ex-dividend date is Apr 10, 2026.
How many years has Darden Restaurants, Inc. increased its dividend?
Darden Restaurants, Inc. has increased its dividend for 5 consecutive years.
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About this data
Dividend data sourced from Financial Modeling Prep. Prices updated daily after market close.
Payout ratio — trailing 12-month dividends paid / trailing 12-month net income.
Consecutive years — calendar years with a higher total annual dividend than the prior year.
Growth rates — annualized, comparing the most recent full year total to the total N years prior.
For informational purposes only. Not investment advice.
Data as of March 22, 2026. Source: Financial Modeling Prep. Prices and yields updated daily after market close.